Whittel & Melton, LLC is a full-service Florida law firm specializing in personal injury and criminal defense, serving clients across multiple counties with a reputation for dedicated advocacy and comprehensive legal support. The firm stands out for its extensive geographic reach and its role as co-counsel or advisory counsel to other law firms throughout the state.
The firm takes a client-centered approach, leveraging deep expertise in both civil and criminal matters to protect clients’ rights and secure favorable outcomes. With a focus on individuals and families affected by accidents, wrongful acts, or legal disputes, Whittel & Melton provides vigorous representation in negotiations and at trial. Jason M. Melton, a partner, is a Founding Member of the National Academy of Motorcycle Injury Lawyers and was rated a Top 20 Motorcycle Injury Lawyer in America, reflecting the firm’s commitment to excellence in specialized practice areas.
Services Offered
- Personal Injury (car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, slip and falls, swimming pool accidents, negligent security, boating accidents)
- Wrongful Death
- DUI Defense
- Criminal Law – Federal and State (assault and battery, drug crimes, weapons charges, theft, burglary, trespass, domestic violence, child abuse, robbery, homicide, sexual battery, insurance fraud, credit card fraud)
- Traffic Offenses
- Juvenile Crimes (drug crimes, sex crimes, cybercrimes, violent offenses, theft crimes, alcohol crimes, DUI)
- Hurricane and Storm Damage Insurance Claims
- Employment Law (wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, minimum wage violations, overtime violations, qui tam actions, family and medical leave, non-compete agreements, severance agreements)
The firm serves clients throughout Florida, including Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas, Citrus, Hillsborough, Sumter, Marion, Alachua, and Miami-Dade Counties, with additional consultation locations in Boca Raton and Tampa. Services are available in English and Spanish, and the firm is accessible nights and weekends for urgent legal matters.
